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Brake System
Isatiger - October 23rd, 2011 at 02:54 PM

HI I am new to Aussie Vee Dubbers. I have just purchased a 1971 superbug and I was wanting to up date the brake system. I have looked around but there is just WAY too much information and I am getting a bit confused as to which way to go. I have mechanical and engineering knowledge and experience. Thanks for your help!!


1303Steve - October 23rd, 2011 at 05:47 PM

Hi

Do you want to make the car stop better? The stock brakes are pretty good when in good condition.

Easy upgrade is early Type 3 front callipers, you can pick these out from Beetle ones as they have a a single bleed screw and Type 3 rear drums on the back.

Steve


Isatiger - October 23rd, 2011 at 06:54 PM

Thanks very much Steve. Yeah I wanted to make the car stop better. I need to change the brakes for a roadworthy any way so I thought I might as well up grade them straight away.

Paul